It may not often be thought of as the most fun game in the field of betting, but keno has millions and millions of steadfast enthusiasts. And why not? It’s a consistently thrilling lottery-type game that’s easy to learn, readily available in loads of different formats, and one that can return millions of dollars for gamblers who master its heaps of subtle nuances. But let’s start with the basic rules for now.
When defining keno to newbies, some wagering experts compare it to the lottery. This is at least to a certain extent correct, in that both games are essentially numerical. However, to take that comparison too far can be to downplay the endless unique traits that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno users have the freedom to select the numbers for each card.
Keno cards have a grand total of 80 numbers, but the gambler is given an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to choose as numerous (or as few) numbers as he feels they need. And it doesn’t take a nuclear physicist to figure out how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your selected numbers with a good oldpen like you had back in the day.
After you’ve selected your numbers, carry your keno card back to the girl at the keno booth. The clerk will record those numbers and then hand you a receipt. Make sure no to drop this (potentially) expensive piece of paper! Even if the keno pit manager remembers your pretty face and would like to help out, without a winning receipt on you, you will get exactly $.00 for your efforts.
Now there you have strategy numero uno: always be sure to keep your keno ticket. Let us move to something a tiny bit more complex, shall we?
Once you’ve marked your numbers, get yourself into a comfortable keno booth and watch the action happen on a monitor. This is where the winning numbers are shown in lights. If you marked winners, mark your card accordingly. Sake care not to drag your feet, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You are required to get back to the keno booth to get your winnings, and a new drawing will certainly get going within five minutes.
Strategy number two: always make it back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you don’t trust yourself to beat that 5 minute margin each and every time, you always have the option of buying a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty tickets. When the max amount of games (the same as the amount of tickets) is played out, you will then be able to get off your numb rump and go get your winnings.
Still another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno card, which normally allows you make number choices for 30 rounds or more. Gosh, you can take vacation to France and not have to get uptight about getting back in time to redeem your numbers. Most "stray and play" game tickets are good for up to a whole year after it’s purchased!
And now you are aware of several required schemes for winning keno. If you are an advanced keno player, they may seem to be stupidly obvious. Still, it won’t hurt to brush up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner gambler, every bit of information will help make your keno playing time more entertaining.
